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Essex County, N.Y. – FEMA is proposing updates to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Essex County, New York. Community partners are invited to participate in a 90-day appeal and comment period. 

The updated maps were produced in coordination with local, state and FEMA officials. Significant community review of the maps has already taken place, but before the maps become final, community partners can identify any corrections or questions about the information provided and submit appeals or comments. 

The 90-day appeal period will begin August 2, 2025. Residents, business owners and other community partners are encouraged to review the updated maps to learn about local flood risks and potential future flood insurance requirements. They may submit an appeal if they perceive that modeling or data used to create the map is technically or scientifically incorrect.

An appeal must include technical information, such as hydraulic or hydrologic data, to support the claim. Appeals cannot be based on the effects of proposed projects or projects started after the study is in progress.If property owners see incorrect information that does not change the flood hazard information—such as a missing or misspelled road name in the Special Flood Hazard Area or an incorrect corporate boundary—they can submit a written comment.

The next step in the mapping process is the resolution of all comments and appeals. Once they are resolved,

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Residents who applied for FEMA disaster assistance after the April 2-24 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding will receive a letter from FEMA by mail or e-mail. The letter may ask you to submit more information or supporting documents that are needed to continue processing your application. 

It is important to read the letter carefully. It will include the amount of assistance FEMA may provide and information on how you can use your disaster assistance funds. The letter will also explain your application status and it will give you information about how to appeal the decision.

You may be asked to provide one or more of the following:

Proof of insurance coverageSettlement of insurance claims or denial letter from insurance providerProof of identityProof of occupancy  Proof of ownershipProof that the damaged property was your primary residence at the time of the disaster

If you have questions about your letter, call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.

Homeowners and renters in Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Dyer, Hardeman, McNairy, Montgomery, Obion and Wilson counties can apply for federal assistance until the Aug. 19 application deadline.

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance

Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA App for mobile devices or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. In-person help is available at any Disaster Recovery Center for submitting applications, getting updates and asking questions. Find a center here: DRC Locator (fema.gov).

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SANTA FE, New Mexico – Homeowners and renters in Lincoln County who suffered losses after severe storms, flooding and landslides are encouraged to apply for FEMA assistance even if they have received help from FEMA after past disasters.

Previous FEMA aid does not affect eligibility for assistance for the severe weather that began June 23. Disaster assistance can include grants for home repairs, personal property loss and other disaster-caused needs.

Lincoln County residents with homeowners or renters insurance are encouraged to file a claim as soon as possible with their insurance carrier. By law, FEMA cannot provide funding for losses covered by your insurance. If your policy does not cover all disaster expenses, you may then be eligible for federal assistance. 

There are several ways to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. The fastest way to apply is at DisasterAssistance.gov.In-person assistance is available at the State Disaster Resource Center located at Eastern New Mexico University – Ruidoso Annex, 709 Mechem Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345. The location is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.You can also use the FEMA App for mobile devices or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m. MT. If you use a relay service, captioned telephone or other service, you can give FEMA your number for that service. Helpline specialists speak many languages. Press 2 for Spanish. 

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SANTA FE, New Mexico – In coordination with the state of New Mexico, FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration staff will offer face-to-face help starting Saturday, July 26, for residents affected by the ongoing severe storms, flooding and landslides

Homeowners and renters in Lincoln County may be eligible for FEMA assistance for losses not covered by insurance for the severe weather that began June 23.

FEMA and SBA will support state-led recovery efforts at a state Disaster Resource Center. Staff can help residents apply for federal assistance, including grants from FEMA or low-interest SBA loans. 

Staff will be available starting Saturday, July 26 at the following location:

LINCOLN COUNTY
Eastern New Mexico University-Ruidoso Annex 
709 Mechem Dr.
Ruidoso, N.M. 88345

Hours: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., daily 

SBA provides low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters, businesses and nonprofit organizations. For more program and location information, please go to www.sba.gov/disaster. You may also apply online at https:// lending.sba.gov. You may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 or email [email protected] for more information on SBA disaster assistance.

FEMA staff can help residents in several ways including:

Checking the status of an application already in the system and making minor changes to applications.Contacting faith-based organizations, community groups, private sector businesses and public libraries that may have the capability to distribute disaster-related information to residents in the impacted county.Identifying organizations providing disaster-related services and/or resources to the public for long-term

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